Meet the Staff

Daniel McCarthy, Head Golf Professional

Dan joined the professional staff in April 2010. He turned Professional in 1999 after graduating from the Golf Academy of the South. His previous work experience includes Assistant Professional positions at Shore Oaks, Navesink and Springdale Golf Club. Dan also served as Head Professional at Springdale for five seasons. He has extensive experience in teaching, tournament operations and member service.

Bucky Kavanagh, Assistant Golf Professional

Francis Patrick “Bucky” Kavanagh has been the Assistant Golf Professional at PVG&CC since 1978 and an employee of the club since 1970. A former club champion (1977) he is affectionately referred to as the “Mayor of Allamuchy” and serves as the club’s historian and goodwill ambassador. Bucky is truly one of the legends of New Jersey Professional golf and largely responsible for the friendly yet professional atmosphere of the club.

Daniel Warnock, Caddie Master

Dan has been at Panther Valley Golf & Country Club for the past 19 years. He started in the bagroom and for the past thirteen years worked as Assistant Caddie Master before being promoted to Caddie Master for the 2016 season. In the off season, Dan teaches fifth grade in Rockaway Township. He lives in Panther Valley with his wife Tara and children Katie and Madelyn.